Intro to the Walgreens Acetaminophen Lawsuit
Walgreens, and other manufacturers, are facing several lawsuits for its generic acetaminophen products.
These products are available over-the-counter in every Walgreens pharmacy but contain risks that the company has not warned pregnant women of.
In particular, Walgreens has failed to include ASD and ADHD-related risks on the warning labels of its generic acetaminophen.
By failing to provide the necessary warnings, Walgreens has rendered itself potentially liable for placing mothers and their children at an increased risk for developing autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Research Linking Acetaminophen Use During Pregnancy to Autism Spectrum Disorders
Many studies have suggested that there is a link between prenatal acetaminophen exposure and the incidence of developmental disorders like autism spectrum disorder and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
In 2019, the National Institutes of Health funded a significant study that examined the connection between ASD and ADHD in children exposed to acetaminophen during pregnancy.
The researchers collected almost 1,000 umbilical cord samples from delivered children to detect the presence of acetaminophen.
Over the course of eight years, the researchers conducted regular follow-ups on the children to assess the impact of high acetaminophen exposure.
They found that nearly 30% of the children had developed ADHD.
This study raises concerns and questions about the safety of acetaminophen use during pregnancy and its potential consequences for the neurological development of children.
If you believe your child may have been affected by this issue, reach out now.
Taking legal action may help you seek compensation for any damages caused and hold the responsible parties accountable.
